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Pouliot was a healthy scratch Friday during a 5-2 victory over Columbus.

Impact

Pouliot has been in the press box for Vancouver's last two games, which is slightly surprising as he'd appeared in every contest but two prior to the benching. Regardless, the 23-year-old has been productive when he's been on the ice notching 11 points (two goals, nine assists) in 39 games -- more than his last two season's point totals combined -- but with eight defensemen currently battling for ice time in Vancouver, Pouliot's role is unclear moving forward.

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Pouliot scored his second goal of the season and added two helpers in Tuesday's win over Carolina.

Impact

Pouliot factored in on all three of the team's goals, also blocking four shots in 20:47 of ice time. He's been a great addition for Vancouver and it hasn't necessarily shown from a fantasy perspective. He's got 10 points through 25 contests and is playing on the power play, so don't hesitate to take a gander on him. His steady ice time and willingness to join the rush make him worth owning in some deep leagues.

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Pouliot collected a pair of assists in Tuesday's win over Vegas.

Impact

Pouliot has moved onto the team's first power-play unit for the time being and is now up to five assists through 15 contests this season. The 23-year-old has some offensive upside and is probably worth a look in some deeper leagues while fellow blueliners Troy Stecher (knee) and Chris Tanev (upper body) remain out of the lineup. Pouliot hadn't recorded a point in seven straight games prior to Tuesday, but his role is increasing and his fantasy value is trending upwards.

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Pouliot has picked up two assists in his first five games with the Canucks.

Impact

Pouliot hasn't really stood out since arriving in Vancouver, but that isn't necessarily a bad thing. The 23-year-old has been pretty average, and while he's made a few poor defensive plays, he's shown potential with some terrific passes and skating rushes. He's playing on the third defensive pairing and seeing second-unit power-play time, but don't look for him to be a significant fantasy contributor. Pouliot only has 72 career NHL games under his belt, so watch out for him in deeper leagues as he continues to grow his game.

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Pouliot was brought in via trade from Pittsburgh in exchange for Andrey Pedan and a 2018 fourth-round pick.

Impact

Pouliot never lived up to expectations after the Penguins took him eighth overall in the 2012 NHL Draft. Since going pro, the blueliner has appeared in just 67 games spread out across four seasons and tallied a mere two goals and 12 helpers. The 23-year-old was consistently beaten out during training camp by younger talents, so it shouldn't be surprising to see Pittsburgh part ways with him. A change of scenery could help Pouliot rediscover the scoring touch that has been missing since his days in the WHL.

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Pouliot inked a one-year contract worth $800,000 with the Penguins on Wednesday.

Impact

Despite consistently being passed up on the depth chart by other players since being taken eighth overall in the 2012 NHL Draft, Pouliot will get a chance at a full-time role after signing his first one-way deal. It won't be easy for the 23-year-old to earn regular minutes, as he's probably still behind Chad Ruhwedel and the newly acquired Matt Hunwick. This is likely the last shot for Pouliot to stick with the Pens. If he can't put together a solid season, the organization may finally acknowledge what fans have been saying for a while -- that the Saskatchewan native was a bust, especially considering he was selected one spot ahead of Winnipeg's Jacob Trouba.

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Pouliot was given a qualifying offer by Pittsburgh on Monday, Jason Mackey of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.

Impact

Fans will no doubt be wondering why the organization continues to hold on to Pouliot after he has largely failed to live up to expectations. In 67 career NHL games, the blueliner has managed a mere two goals and 12 helpers, numbers that don't come close to his production in juniors or the AHL. The 23-year-old has been consistently passed on the depth chart by the likes of Chad Ruhwedel and David Warsofsky. If Pouliot can't step up his performance this year, it could be his last shot.

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Pouliot was reassigned to AHL Wilkes-Barre/Scranton on Monday.

Impact

Pouliot has been a top prospect on the Pens' blue line for what seems like forever, but has consistently been beat out for spots in the lineup by guys like Cameron Gaunce and Chad Ruhwedel. The 23-year-old Pouliot will be a restricted free agent at the end of the season, which will make general manager Jim Rutherford's decision an interesting one to watch for Pittsburgh fans. Fantasy owners, on the other hand, could have an easier choice considering the blueliner has zero points in 11 outings this year and seems to be slipping further down the organization's depth chart.

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Pouliot was recalled from AHL Wilke-Barre/Scranton on Sunday, Jason Mackey of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.

Impact

Pouliot has drawn into 10 previous contests for the Penguins this season, but has not recorded a point over that span. Although the club has ample bodies along the blue line, many of the regulars may get the day off Sunday. That could open up a spot for Pouliot in Sunday's lineup, though his playing time will be short-lived.

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Pouliot was assigned to AHL Wilkes-Barre/Scranton on Tuesday, Dave Molinari of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.

Impact

The former top prospect has yet to distinguish himself over parts of three seasons with the Penguins, registering two goals and 12 assists over 66 career games. With Pouliot failing to impress in his latest stint with the big club, he'll head back to the AHL in order to pick up heavier ice time. Frank Corrado was recalled in a corresponding move to add depth on the Penguins' blue line.